Kaze no tani no Naushika aka Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984) (6/10)

Another masterful Miyazaki animation. But had a few elements more real world like. A world 1000 years after the downfall of civilization is portrayed with three nations and some ancient forces (ala LoTR?) and the OM chants (ala wOrMs of Dune? not to mention the Muad'Dib myth). The world is nevertheless enchanting with chemistry taking the driving seat.

Kaze no tani no Naushika aka Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984) (6/10)

Batteries not included (1987) (7/10)

Several complex issues are handled in this fairy tale. On one level its about metal elves, but on the other it is about several real-life issues. Some elements of encounters of the third kind (Spielberg effect?) are seen when different people look at the same situation from their own perspective (but how else can that be?). I think the difference is that they do that without coming across as egotists. Of course many things e.g. supply of raw material to name a very minor one, are swept under the carpet as they should be in any good fantasy. Otherwise, what is the viewers imagination for? The story outline is simplistic, won't necessarily keep you glued to the screen, but has a few twists and the perceived complexities can take you through.

Batteries not included (1987) (7/10)